A familiar visitor dropped by St. Vincent De Paul Catholic School in Long Beach on Saturday. Santa Claus joined children for a breakfast of pancakes and sausage, photos, and some hot cocoa thanks to a special invitation from the St. Paul’s Carnival Association. Children hung out with Santa, were able to visit the workshop to do some arts and crafts,…
In D’Iberville they held their own holiday celebration to get into the Christmas spirit. The D’Iberville Christmas Parade kicked off over the weekend with the D’Iberville marching band leading the procession, followed by local residents in their own tricked out carts and floats. Santa traded in his sleigh for a fire truck. The parade started at Warrior Stadium and ended…
Vancleave’s Small Town Christmas spreads holiday cheer through small businesses in the area. Plenty of vendors set up in the Christmas spirit so shoppers can support small businesses during their Christmas shopping. One vendor especially is grateful for the opportunity to showcase in Vancleave. A great way to support local commerce is to shop small this holiday season. Categories: Local…
The Bay-Waveland Yacht Club hosted its 15th annual Holiday Bazaar Saturday. The gathering featured more than 30 holiday vendors, local artists, and unique shopping opportunities, making it a perfect occasion to find gifts to anyone on your list. They also had food and drink and door prizes for those who came out. It was a great way to show support…
The annual Christmas on the River Boat Parade brought the riverfront in Downtown Moss Point to life, inviting boat owners to join the festivities by adorning their vessels with holiday decorations. It was a celebration, offering a dazzling display for families of all ages to enjoy. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Christmas on the River, holiday events, moss point
The Krauss’s made their TV debut with a battle of the cakes between Ethan’s mom and grandma on the WXXV News 25 7 A.M. Morning show. It was a tight battle with Ethan’s mom, Kelli’s, chocolate cherry cake seeming to be the winner over his grandma, Mary’s, coconut cake. It was Chief Meteorologist Ryan Mahan who made the deciding vote…
The familiar tunes of Christmas filled the air at the MGCCC Harrison County campus this weekend. ‘Sounds of the Holidays’ performances took place over the weekend. The Coast’s best local singers and dancers all graced the stage including our very own Meggan Gray. The two-day concert series also helps to raise funds for scholarships through the MGCCC Foundation. Categories: Local…
The 39th annual Christmas on the Water event took place in Biloxi this weekend. This event took place on Saturday and featured many boats along the Coast decked out in holiday lights and decorations. All boats begin at the Biloxi Lighthouse and traveled along the Coast before closing out with a firework show. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, christmas…
On Saturday morning over in Biloxi, the Kroc Center held their annual Breakfast with Santa event. This family friendly event featured a delicious breakfast spread highlighted by Waffle House sponsoring the meal. Once you had your breakfast you could head on stage to say hi to Mr. and Mrs. Claus and maybe snag a picture with Santa Kroc. With plenty…
The River City held a Christmas parade where the entire community gathered together, including Moss Point High’s class of 1983. The former classmates gathered to join the fun and pass out candy. The holiday season is the best time to continue and start new traditions. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Christmas Parade, holiday events, moss point
The City of Gautier got into the festive spirit with the annual Lights and Lagniappe on the Bayou. All who came out were welcome to take part in crafts, face painting, and a few rides, and a surprise dance break with Mayor Casey Vaughan and Rudolph showing their moves on the stage. Later in the night, third and fourth grade…
The Mistletoe and Main Street Fair took over parts of 14th Street in Downtown Gulfport on Saturday. Vendors showcased their best holiday trinkets and creations, all in the name of Christmas. Santa and the Grinch even showed out for picture opportunities and kids had the chance to decorate some of their own holiday cookies as well as write some letters…
Downtown Gulfport came alive with the holiday spirit on Saturday. The 2024 Sugar Plum Christmas Parade marched through the streets with bands, floats, and other holiday goodies. The parade capped a full day of fun that also included the Mistletoe and Main Street Christmas Fair. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, holidays, sugar plum parade
For over six months, high school football teams in the state of Mississippi have competed day in and day out to get to the high school state championship game. In 4A, we have the Hornets of Poplarville High School getting ready to take on the Louisville Wildcats as they search for their first state championship title. We start things off…
The Gautier Gators represented the Coast in the 5A High School State Championship Game! The Gators already made history by winning their very first South State title. Gators started their championship debut with the ball as Mr. Football Trey Irving located Kainen Rush to move the chains and then some to enter the red zone. Next play is Irving with…
It’s Monday and that means it’s time to highlight new music that’s coming out. Here are some performers who are making a difference in many lives. Categories: Entertainment, Local News, News Tags: music, new music, new music monday
Around this time of year, the City of Biloxi’s National Cemetery honors all of its veterans by holding their laying of the wreath celebration. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was in Biloxi to attend the event. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Biloxi National Cemetery, laying of the wreath ceremony, veterans
On Saturday, the Gulf Coast Community Ministries helped hundreds of homeless people to prepare for the winter months. WXXV was there to bring you the latest from this weekend’s inspiring event. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Camping for Hope, gulf coast community ministries
This week, Meggan is introducing you to local pottery artist Brian Nettles! The Ocean Springs-born potter has his home on 28 acres in Pass Christian and creates pieces of art in his home studio. Let’s take a look inside Nettles Pottery and learn more about the artist. Categories: Meggan Monday Tags: meggan monday, Nettles Pottery
Starting on December 5th, the Traintastic Museum in Gulfport transforms into a holiday light show with over two million Christmas lights on display. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the museum so show us all the sights and sounds. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Traintastic
Peyton Younger from Geiger Heating and Air is in studio to discuss the ‘Heat for the Holiday’s giveaway. For more information and to register, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Heat for the Holidays
We’ve had some appropriately cold morning weather recently, but today is more of the warm & cloudy variety with lows only falling into the low 60s earlier today. They’ll only climb into the upper 60s later today, so overall we’re looking at some consistent temperatures over the next few days. In fact, if they go anywhere it’ll be up as…
WXXV contributor and Sounds of the Holidays co-host Meggan Gray joins us to talk about the concert series returning for another year at the MGCCC iMPAC center on the Harrison County Campus. Show times are Saturday, December 7 at 7:00 pm and Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 pm. You can purchase tickets by clicking here. Categories: Featured, Harrison County,…
Still chilly 30s overnight into Saturday morning so protect the plants and bring in the pets. Not a Pipe freeze tonight. This weekend our temperatures start climbing back up to warmer weather. Upper 50s and hopefully low 60s Saturday and partly cloudy. Sunday back in the upper 60s and potentially 70. Although rain chances to come back at the Start…